Iraq Health Expenditure per Capita
Current health expenditure per capita SH.XPD.CHEX.PC.CD
Iraq's health expenditure per capita was $359 in 2025, ranked 109th globally. This represents a 7.7% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2003–2025.
Overview
Iraq's health expenditure per capita stood at $359 in 2025, a rise of +$26 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $359 by 2025. Iraq ranked 109th globally.
Iraq’s health expenditure per capita has risen dramatically from the all‑time trough of 26.98 in 2003 to an all‑time peak of 358.86 in 2025, placing the country 109th globally and ranking it just behind peer Jordan at 369.49 and ahead of Tunisia at 363.00. Over the 22‑year coverage period, the average annual increase exceeds 15 percent, reflecting expanding public spending, reconstruction of health infrastructure, and higher fiscal allocations amid rising oil revenues. The surge contrasts sharply with the early‑2000s, when conflict‑related budget constraints limited health investment, but the post‑2008 recovery and subsequent fiscal reforms have accelerated per‑capita spending. Despite the rapid climb, Iraq’s level remains below the regional average for middle‑income economies, indicating room for further improvement in service coverage and quality. Continued diversification of revenue sources and sustained commitment to health budgeting will be crucial to maintain the upward trajectory and narrow the gap with higher‑spending neighbours.
Data & projection
| Year | Health Expenditure per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | $381 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $359 | - | - |
| 2025 | $359 | +$26 | #109 |
| 2023 | $333 | +$50 | #108 |
| 2022 | $283 | +$32 | #113 |
| 2021 | $252 | +$4 | #120 |
| 2020 | $248 | +$6 | #118 |
| 2019 | $242 | +$9 | #117 |
| 2018 | $233 | +$36 | #117 |
| 2017 | $197 | −$3 | #119 |
| 2016 | $200 | +$51 | #119 |
| 2015 | $149 | −$30 | #129 |
| 2014 | $179 | −$8 | #124 |
| 2013 | $187 | +$12 | #121 |
| 2012 | $174 | +$13 | #122 |
| 2011 | $162 | +$17 | #122 |
| 2010 | $145 | +$4 | #122 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Iraq matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2022. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw health expenditure per capita improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Iraq's health expenditure per capita was $359 in 2025. Ranked 109th globally. This represents a 7.7% increase from the previous year.
Iraq's health expenditure per capita peaked at $359 in 2025.
The lowest health expenditure per capita in Iraq was $27 in 2003.
Iraq ranks 109th globally in health expenditure per capita as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SH.XPD.CHEX.PC.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Iraq's health expenditure per capita is projected to reach $359 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The health expenditure per capita of Iraq in 2025 was $359. This ranks 109th in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {Iraq Health Expenditure per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/iraq/health-expenditure-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}